lost

lost
in deeply closed conversations
in comfortably closed spaces.
there is laughter.
noise enough to drown
the heart's silence.

numbed limbs
feel a sinking
every time doors open.
dancing leaves
outside the window
beckon.
gaze averts itself
to furniture.

life is a prison
of one's choice.
the truth of freedom
lies
on the other side.
walk out. if you dare.